Adjustment difficulties
Alcohol misuse
Anger Management
Anxiety
Attachment disorder
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Burnout
Career development
Chronic fatigue
Coaching
Complex PTSD
Coping with a long-term health condition
Dependent personality disorder
Depression
Emotional dysregulation
Emotionally unstable personality disorder (EUPD)
End of relationship difficulties
General wellness
Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD)
Grief
Health anxiety
Insomnia
Job challenges
Medically unexplained symptoms (MUS)
Narcissistic personality disorder
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
Other mental health concern
Panic disorder
Parenting
Perfectionism
Personality disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Prolonged grief
Relationships
Self-esteem
Sexual abuse
Social phobia
Stress
Stress management
Trauma (general)

Matt Tinker

 
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Psychologist (other)

IRRAPT, PGDip in Cognitive Analytic Therapy, UKCP and ACAT registered Psychotherapist and Supervisor

Psychotherapist with over 25 years experience, offering compassionate, integrative approach for adults facing anxiety, trauma, relationship and family issues, or challenges with alcohol.

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Insurers

Axa
BUPA Global
BUPA
Aviva
Vitality
WPA
Cigna
Simply Health / PPP
Zurich
Healix
Travelers

Languages

English

About me

I am a psychotherapist with over 25 years of professional experience, supporting adults facing a wide range of psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, relationship and family difficulties, and issues related to alcohol use and recovery. My work in mental health began in the late 1990s when I trained and qualified as a mental health nurse. I later trained as a psychotherapist within the NHS, where I worked for many years. My core training is in Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), a collaborative and relational approach that helps people recognise and change unhelpful patterns in their lives. CAT continues to shape my therapeutic style through its emphasis on clarity, connection, and compassion. Alongside my professional training, I bring personal insight from my own recovery journey. My involvement in 12-step recovery has given me a deep appreciation for the courage it takes to seek help and the healing power of honesty, support, and shared understanding. These values are central to how I work with clients. For some, therapy may also be a space to explore questions around meaning, purpose, or spirituality. While I draw personally from a Catholic tradition, my approach is respectful and inclusive of each person’s beliefs and values. I aim to provide a safe, open space where people can reflect on what matters most to them. I integrate a range of evidence-based approaches including CAT, EMDR, EFT, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and trauma-informed practice, adapting therapy to suit individual needs. Qualifications and accreditations include: • UKCP & ACAT accredited Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapist and Supervisor • ACEP accredited EFT Practitioner • Trained in TFT Algorithm • Qualified EMDR Therapist • Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level 1 • Diploma (Distinction) in Mental Health Nursing I offer a compassionate, reflective space where people can make sense of their experiences and work toward lasting, meaningful change.

Area I can help with

Adjustment difficulties
Alcohol misuse
Anger Management
Anxiety
Attachment disorder
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Burnout
Career development
Chronic fatigue
Coaching
Complex PTSD
Coping with a long-term health condition
Dependent personality disorder
Depression
Emotional dysregulation
Emotionally unstable personality disorder (EUPD)
End of relationship difficulties
General wellness
Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD)
Grief
Health anxiety
Insomnia
Job challenges
Medically unexplained symptoms (MUS)
Narcissistic personality disorder
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
Other mental health concern
Panic disorder
Parenting
Perfectionism
Personality disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Prolonged grief
Relationships
Self-esteem
Sexual abuse
Social phobia
Stress
Stress management
Trauma (general)

Types of therapy I offer

Integrative Therapy
Cognitive Analytical Therapy
Person Centred Therapy
Mindfulness Based Interventions
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Full Psychological Assessments (60-90 minute)

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